Portsmouth enters the game: The opening of two new breweries ushers in a new age of beer in the historic port town. (via Virginian-Pilot)

Chances are you’ve never heard of Alt Platz Brewing Company, but up until now it represented Portsmouth’s lone bid to cash in on craft beer. The small brewpub opened to little fanfare on High Street in 2006, and closed two years later.

It took nearly 10 years, and the help of local leaders, but the city is back in the game thanks to the opening of MoMac Brewing Company and Legend Brewing Depot.

Sample more than 25 different craft beers, dig into some amazing BBQ, and listen as some of the best Blues musicians in Hampton Roads take the stage at Riverwalk Landing. This year’s Blues, Brews & BBQ promises to be the best yet!

Ticket includes beer glass and unlimited tastes of beer.

At 12:30, The Jukes will deliver an entertaining performance steeped in swing, boogie, and down-home blues. Then, at 3:30, the Michael Clark Band will take the mic to blend the Blues with a little soul, rock, jazz and fun.

NEW this year – a wine garden included in admission. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door.

The longest running beer festival in Virginia–the ‘Of Ale and History’ Beer Festival now in its 23rd year! Featuring live music from Cazhmiere and The Robbie Limon Band, 60+ beers, local food and merchandise vendors. This is a rain or shine event but feel free to bring your own chairs and pop-up tents. Please do not bring pets, coolers, outside food or drink. And don’t forget your ID!

Advanced tasting tickets are $25 and are available now online. The tasting ticket includes a souvenir glass and eight tastings.

There will be over 18 breweries present with more than 44 awesome craft brews on tap! All beers will be paired with gourmet cheese specially selected by Culpeper Cheese Company.There will also be great local food trucks and awesome live bands playing throughout the day!